SEAT Leon Cupra (2007 - 2011) 2.0 16V T FSI Cupra 5d (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Someone who likes something a bit different - an alternative to a Golf GTI or Focus.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
People like its look and pace.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No - I've moved to a BMW 320d for more economcy, better feel on the road, and hardly any compromise on pace.
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 320d ES (184)
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£20,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Good p/x on my previous Leon.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Previously a SEAT owner. Fast car.
What was the dealer like?
Decent - although I was an easy sell.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
A powerful car but with a stiff suspension. Very composed on the motorway but you feel the bumps in the road around town.
What's it like to park?
No problems encountered.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes - switches for tyre pressure warning light, ABS pump (expenseive), clutch, some punctures and other niggles.
What's most practical about your car?
Decent size boot and driver/passenger room. Cruise control is handy. Very powerful.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cruise control & Xenon headlights.
